Color #B59CD6
Color Code #B59CD6
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleLight
Color preview#B59CD6
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#B59CD6RGB
rgb(181, 156, 214)HSL
hsl(265.86 41.43% 72.55%)HSV
hsv(265.86 27.1% 83.92%)CMYKApproximate
15.42%, 27.1%, 0%, 16.08%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This light Purple tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #B59CD6 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.
Color harmony
Suggested palettes
Complementary palette
Analogous palette
Triadic palette
Monochrome scale
For designers and developers
CSS code example
.color-sample {
color: #B59CD6;
background-color: #B59CD61A;
border-color: #B59CD6;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #B59CD6?
This color is RGB(181, 156, 214).
What is the HSL value of #B59CD6?
Its value is HSL(265.86°, 41.43%, 72.55%).
Is #B59CD6 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.